The Equivalent Resistance of Resistors Connected in Series in a Circuit

question 168

Multiple Choice

The equivalent resistance of resistors connected in series in a circuit is

• A)often less than the resistance of the lowest resistor.
• B)always less than the resistance of the lowest resistor.
• C)usually half the value of the lowest resistor.
• D)none of the above

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